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    New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) controls the ball against Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (77) during the second quarter of game one of the eastern conference semifinal round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden.
    May 4, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) controls the ball against Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (77) during the second quarter of game one of the eastern conference semifinal round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
    New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) controls the ball against Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (77) during the second quarter of game one of the eastern conference semifinal round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden.
    May 4, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) controls the ball against Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (77) during the second quarter of game one of the eastern conference semifinal round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

    Is OG Anunoby Playing Tonight? Massive Update on Knicks Forward’s Game 3 Status vs. 76ers (May 8)

    OG Anunoby’s status for the New York Knicks’ Game 3 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday is a key talking point. Anunoby left Wednesday’s Game 2 late, leaving fans in panic as he seemingly hurt his right leg on a non-contact injury. The Knicks didn’t share an instant update on what limited Anunoby from playing.

    However, on Wednesday, Anunoby was listed as questionable due to a right hamstring strain, as many predicted. It was evident by the looks of it as the forward started hopping around in pain while trying to cut to the rim on an offensive possession. Anunoby stuck around for a few seconds before calling for a sub.

     

    A hamstring injury limited Anunoby last season as well in the conference finals against the Indiana Pacers. Given his impact this year as the team’s second-highest scorer, averaging 21.4 points and best defensive player, averaging 1.9 steals, there were significant concerns about the extent of his injury.

    However, multiple reports indicated that OG Anunoby’s hamstring injury is “very minor.” The Knicks aren’t expecting him to take long to recover, and that’s why he could be questionable to play on Friday. Anunoby could be a game-time decision.

    OG Anunoby stats vs. Philadelphia 76ers

    OG Anunoby has averaged 12.3 ppg, 4.6 rpg and 2.1 apg in 29 games against the 76ers. In the 2025-26 season, he averaged 14.7 ppg, 5.3 rpg and 3.7 apg in three outings. In Games 1 and 2, Anunoby’s sizzling form in the playoffs sustained as he scored 18 in the series opener on 7 of 8 shots. In the second game, he had 24 points, five rebounds and four steals on 9 of 17 shots. Anunoby had a team-high plus-minus of +12.

    Where to watch New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers Game 3?

    Prime Video will broadcast the New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers Game 3 on Friday. NBA League Pass will stream the contest live online. The game will begin at 7:00 p.m. ET.

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